Commonwealth Kabaddi C'ship Day 2: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore win big in Ahmedabad
Synopsis
Day 2 of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad was defined by big margins and a few standout individual performances — Bangladesh's 67-28 demolition of Canada and Malaysia's 63-8 rout of Nigeria in the women's draw set the early tone, while Kenya's narrow 23-20 win over Sri Lanka was the day's tensest result. The field is taking shape at Veer Savarkar Sports Complex.
Key Takeaways
Bangladesh beat Canada 67-28 in the men's draw, with Md Rahman and Akash Md Julfiker each scoring 10 raid points .
Sri Lanka defeated Malaysia 50-28 ; Milinda Chathuranga led with 16 raid points .
Singapore beat Scotland 50-28 , inflicting a tournament-high six All-Outs in men's play.
Kenya edged Sri Lanka 23-20 in a close women's contest; Lavenda Odhiambo top-scored with 12 raid points .
Scotland beat England 53-36 in the women's event, led by Kirsty Martin's 25-point haul.
Malaysia crushed Nigeria 63-8 in the women's draw, executing 10 All-Outs .
The Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship produced a series of one-sided and hard-fought results on Day 2 at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad on Saturday, 24 October 2026, with Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Singapore posting dominant wins in the men's draw, while Kenya and Scotland claimed victories in the women's competition.
Men's Competition: Key Results
Bangladesh opened the men's proceedings with a commanding 67-28 victory over Canada, leading 33-18 at half-time. Md Rahman and Akash Md Julfiker each tallied 10 raid points, with Md Al-Amin contributing eight. Bangladesh accumulated 45 raid points in total and inflicted five All-Outs, while Canada could manage only 19 raid points in what was a thoroughly one-sided contest.
Sri Lanka followed with a 50-28 win over Malaysia, having established a commanding 29-11 lead by the interval. Milinda Chathuranga starred with 16 raid points, backed by Viduranga's 11. Sri Lanka posted 35 raid points, inflicted three All-Outs, and added nine tackle points through a disciplined defensive display.
Singapore rounded off the men's results with a 50-28 victory over Scotland, leading 31-11 at half-time. Aidil Asyraaf top-scored with 10 raid points, supplemented by Aadil Senthilkumar's five. Singapore executed six All-Outs — the most of any men's team on the day — while Scotland's 11 raid points proved insufficient to mount any meaningful challenge.
Women's Competition: Kenya and Scotland Shine
The women's draw provided contrasting flavours of competition. Kenya edged Sri Lanka 23-20 in the closest encounter of the day. Lavenda Odhiambo was the standout performer for Kenya, delivering 12 raid points, while Lizzeanne Owino added three. Kenya held a narrow advantage in the raiding battle — 15 raid points to Sri Lanka's 11 — though Sri Lanka's nine tackle points kept the result in the balance until the final whistle.
Scotland produced a commanding performance against England, winning 53-36 after leading 26-15 at half-time. Kirsty Martin was exceptional, contributing 25 points, including 24 raid points, while Steele added six. Scotland registered 38 raid points and two All-Outs; England's 26 raid points and six extra points were not enough to bridge the gap.
Malaysia closed out the women's day in emphatic fashion, defeating Nigeria 63-8 after racing to a 36-5 lead at the break. Darsini delivered a standout display with 14 points, including 13 raid points, and Dhurgadevi weighed in with seven tackle points. Malaysia amassed 33 raid points and 14 tackle points, executing a tournament-high 10 All-Outs as Nigeria struggled throughout.
Tournament Context
The championship, hosted at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, is one of the highest-profile international kabaddi tournaments bringing together Commonwealth nations across both men's and women's formats. The Day 2 results have begun to sketch out which teams look likely to contend for the latter stages, with Bangladesh and Malaysia's women shaping up as early form teams in their respective draws. The competition continues through the coming days, with the knockout rounds expected to deliver closer contests.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the Day 2 results at the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026?
On Day 2 in Ahmedabad, Bangladesh beat Canada 67-28, Sri Lanka beat Malaysia 50-28, and Singapore beat Scotland 50-28 in the men's draw. In the women's event, Kenya defeated Sri Lanka 23-20, Scotland beat England 53-36, and Malaysia beat Nigeria 63-8.
Who were the top performers on Day 2 of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship?
Kirsty Martin of Scotland stood out with 25 points, including 24 raid points, in the women's draw. Milinda Chathuranga scored 16 raid points for Sri Lanka in the men's event, while Lavenda Odhiambo contributed 12 raid points for Kenya.
Where is the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 being held?
The tournament is being held at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad. The venue hosted all Day 2 fixtures across both the men's and women's competitions.
Which team inflicted the most All-Outs on Day 2?
Malaysia's women's team inflicted the most All-Outs on Day 2, executing 10 against Nigeria in their 63-8 victory. In the men's draw, Singapore inflicted six All-Outs against Scotland.
What is the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship?
The Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship is an international kabaddi tournament that brings together teams from Commonwealth nations in both men's and women's formats. It is among the most prominent multi-nation kabaddi events outside of the Asian Games and Kabaddi World Cup circuits.
